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  "path": "/global/world-analysis/2026/06/09/world-cup-quals/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-06-09T16:49:13.000Z",
  "site": "https://www.thecanary.co",
  "tags": [
    "Analysis",
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    "football",
    "Men's World Cup 2026",
    "Alaa Shamali"
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  "textContent": "The 2026 World Cup is set to enter a radically different phase in its history, following the decision to increase the number of participating teams from 32 to 48. This expansion has not only increased the number of teams but has also completely reshaped the tournament’s structure, from the group stage right through to the […]\n\nBy Alaa Shamali",
  "title": "Everything you need to know about the new qualification system for the 2026 World Cup"
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